Ernest Chinese Menu

55 Johnson St, Chattanooga, TN 37408
  • DINNER

    • SOUPS

    • HOT + SOUR

      A classic blend of tangy and spicy flavors, perfect for warming up your palate.
      $6.00
    • EGG DROP

      Smooth, comforting soup with delicate egg ribbons in a savory broth.
      $6.00
    • WONTON

      Delicious pork-filled wontons in a clear and flavorful broth.
      $7.00
    • APPETIZERS

    • CRAB RANGOONS

      Crispy wontons filled with a creamy mixture of crab and cream cheese.
      $14.00
    • PORK EGG ROLL(1)

      A savory roll stuffed with seasoned pork and vegetables, deep-fried to golden perfection.
      $4.00
    • PORK DUMPLINGS

      Juicy dumplings filled with seasoned pork, steamed or fried to your liking.
      $12.00
    • VEGGIE DUMPLINGS (V)

      A vegetarian delight, these dumplings are filled with mixed vegetables and steamed to perfection.
      $11.00
    • CHAR SIU RIBS

      Tender ribs glazed with a sweet and savory char siu sauce.
      $10.00
    • ROASTED PORK BELLY

      Succulent slices of pork belly roasted with a crispy exterior, served with a broccolini and carrot stir-fry.
      $12.00
    • EGG FRIED RICE

    • EGG FRIED RICE

      Classic fried rice with carrots, peas, bean sprouts, scallions, and garlic.
      $12.00
    • ADD MIXED VEGGIES (V)

      $2+
    • TOFU (V) OR CHICKEN

      $4+
    • SHRIMP OR BEEF

      $6+
    • LOMEIN

    • LOMEIN

      Vegetarian lo mein noodles tossed with bean sprouts, bell peppers, garlic, carrots, white onion, and long beans.
      $14.00
    • SIDES

    • BROCCOLINI

      Fresh broccolini with oyster sauce and topped with crispy garlic.
      $9.00
    • SICHUAN EGGPLANT (V)

      Eggplant with Pixian sauce, fresh ginger, and sesame oil.
      $11.00
    • GREEN BEANS (V)

      Green beans with chilis, crispy garlic, and fermented black beans.
      $9.00
    • ENTREES

    • ENTREES

      WITH STEAMED WHITE RICE FOR THE TABLE
    • GENERAL ERN'S CHICKEN

      A delightful sweet, tangy, and spicy chicken dish served with broccoli.
      $18.00
    • SESAME CHICKEN

      Chicken in a tangy, nutty sesame sauce, complemented by broccoli.
      $18.00
    • ORANGE CHICKEN

      Crispy chicken pieces with a sweet and spicy orange glaze.
      $18.00
    • GONG BAO CHICKEN

      A Sichuan favorite with chicken, peanuts, and a spicy, numbing sauce.
      $18.00
    • CHICKEN + BROCCOLI

      Stir-fried chicken with broccoli in a savory mushroom soy and oyster sauce.
      $17.00
    • MAPO TOFU

      Soft tofu in a spicy Pixian sauce with ground pork and fermented black beans.
      $20.00
    • VEGGIE STIR FRY (V)

      A medley of broccoli, green beans, onions, shiitake mushrooms, snow peas, and bell peppers.
      $15.00
    • PEPPER STEAK

      Slices of beef stir-fried with bell peppers and onions in a rich soy and ginger sauce.
      $24.00
    • BEEF + BROCCOLI

      Tender beef and broccoli in a garlic and ginger sauce.
      $24.00
    • MONGOLIAN BEEF

      Savory beef with scallions and garlic over crispy vermicelli.
      $24.00
    • DAN DAN NOODLES

      Spicy noodles with pork, peanuts, sesame, and chili oil.
      $16.00
    • COLD SICHUAN NOODLES

      Refreshing cold noodles with smoked chicken, chili, cucumber, and a hint of lime.
      $17.00
    • CHOPPED CABBAGE SALAD (V)

      A fresh mix of cabbage, cashews, snow peas, and carrots in a sesame dressing.
      $12.00
    • ADD TOFU (V) OR CHICKEN

      $4+
    • DESSERT

    • PURPLE STICKY RICE PUDDING

      Sweet sticky rice with toasted coconut and vanilla.
      $8.00
    • CHOCOLATE CAKE

      Rich and moist chocolate cake, perfect for any chocolate lover.
      $6.00
    • ALMOND MILK CAKE

      Moist cake flavored with coconut, orange, and lime.
      $10.00
    • *

      ALL FOOD IS SENT FROM THE KITCHEN AS IT’S READY / PLEASE ALERT US OF ANY ALLERGIES
    • *

      V= VEGETARIAN OR EASILY MADE SO / PLEASE ASK ABOUT OUR GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS
  • LUNCH

    • LUNCH

      SAT NOON-5PM + SUN NOON-5PM / OUR FULL DINNER MENU IS ALSO AVAILABLE ALL DAY
    • MARINATED CUCUMBERS

      Refreshing cucumbers marinated with pickled Fresno chili, garlic, and chili oil.
      $6.00
    • STEAMED MUSSELS

      Juicy mussels steamed with ginger, black vinegar, and a hint of five spice.
      $16.00
    • CUMIN BEEF NOODLE

      Robust Tianjin-style beef noodles with scallions and lo mein, seasoned with cumin.
      $22.00
    • TROPICAL SPRITZ

      SINGLE $7 CARAFE $28 | A sparkling cocktail of wine with tropical fruits like papaya, pineapple, and orange, available as a single serving or carafe.
    • BAIJIU BLAST

      A potent cocktail featuring baijiu, yuzu liqueur, ginger, and citrus, topped with Angostura bitters.
      $12.00
    • LUCKY BUDDHA BEER

      Crisp and refreshing Chinese lager, perfect for pairing with any meal.
      $3.00
    • *

      ALL FOOD IS SENT FROM THE KITCHEN AS IT’S READY / PLEASE ALERT US OF ANY ALLERGIES
    • *

      V= VEGETARIAN OR EASILY MADE SO / PLEASE ASK ABOUT OUR GLUTEN FREE OPTIONS
  • COCKTAIL

    • TIKI DRINKS

      $14 SML $35 LRG / LARGE MINIMUM 2 PEOPLE
    • BIG ERN'S BLUE MAI TAI

      A tropical delight with Jamaican pot still black rum, rhum agricole, blue curaçao, almond orgeat, and a splash of lime and mint.
    • SHANGHAI SOUR

      A tangy cocktail with rum, passion fruit liqueur, and lemongrass green tea syrup, accented with tangerine and lime.
    • HONG KONG HIGHBALL

      A vibrant mix of tequila, yuzu and pimento liqueurs, with notes of coconut and guava.
    • PEKING PUNCH

      A whiskey-based cocktail with toasted-sesame-infused Japanese whiskey, apricot liqueur, and mango, finished with a squeeze of lemon.
    • SOUTHSIDE SLING

      A fruity mix of Gate 11 gin, cherry Heering, pineapple, orange curaçao, and Benedictine with a dash of lemon.
    • CONFUCIUS CUP (NON-ALCOHOLIC)

      A non-alcoholic option featuring Sichuan peppercorn infused honey syrup with grapefruit, banana, and lime.
    • HOUSE COCKTAILS

    • NEON NEON

      A vibrant blend of Castle + Key Rise Spring gin, Dolan Genepy, Midori, with a splash of lime and Japanese chili lime bitters.
      $12.00
    • VIETNAMESE COFFEE MARTINI

      A rich martini with vodka, coffee liqueur, cold brew coffee, white crème de cacao, and a hint of Chinese five-spice.
      $11.00
    • LYCHEE MARTINI

      A sweet and floral martini made with Roku Japanese gin, lychee liqueur, vanilla liqueur, and a touch of rice vinegar.
      $13.00
    • SICHUAN MULE

      A spicy take on the classic mule with house Sichuan ginger chili syrup, vodka, soda, and lime.
      $8.00
    • TIKI OLD FASHIONED

      A tiki twist on a traditional favorite, featuring Chattanooga 91 whiskey, tiki bitters, pineapple rum, demerara syrup, and orange bitters.
      $14.00
    • HAPPY FAMILY

      A combo of 8oz Sapporo Japanese lager with a shot of Ming River Sichuan Baijiu, perfect for a light and refreshing break.
      $9.00
    • SPARKLING WINE + ROSÉ

    • PROSECCO

      $12 / $48 | Light and bubbly prosecco from Veneto, Italy, available by glass or bottle.
    • SANGIOVESE ROSÉ

      $10 / $40 | A crisp and fruity rosé from Washington, ideal for a light meal.
    • CHAMPAGNE

      $100 (BTL) | A luxurious choice for special occasions, offering refined elegance in a bottle.
    • RED WINE

    • MERLOT/CARIGNAN

      $12 / $48 | A robust red blend from Languedoc, perfect with beef dishes.
    • PINOT NOIR

      $13 / $52 | A smooth and aromatic pinot noir from Loire, pairs well with chicken and pork.
    • CAB SAUV/CAB FRANC

      $14 / $56 | A rich and complex red wine blend, great with hearty entrees.
    • COTES DU RHONE

      $12 / $48 | A vibrant and spicy Rhone blend, excellent with spicy dishes.
    • WHITE WINE

    • PICPOUL

      $10 / $40 | A zesty and refreshing white wine from Languedoc, complements seafood well.
    • SAUV BLANC

      $12 / $48 | A crisp and refreshing sauvignon blanc from Loire, perfect with salads and light dishes.
    • PINOT GRIGIO

      $12 / $48 | A light and crisp pinot grigio from Veneto, great with appetizers.
    • CHARDONNAY

      $14 / $56 | A rich and buttery chardonnay from Monterey, CA, excellent with creamy dishes.

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